Flooring should be timeless and joyful, a choice that inspires homeowners, DIY enthusiasts, and professional installers alike with its beauty, durability, and sustainability. At Parkay Floors, we are committed to crafting eco-friendly, high-performance flooring made from 100 percent renewable and certified materials, free of harmful chemicals and safe for your family and the planet.

Our nature-conscious collections, available at over 1,000 dealers nationwide, include vinyl, laminate wood base core, hardwood, outdoor surfaces, and porcelain wood plank options. You can order samples directly from our website or use our store locator to find a retailer near you in Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Alabama, or Tennessee.

This guide explores various wood flooring types, cost comparisons, key benefits, and installation tips to help you choose the perfect floor for your space.

Parkay Floors offers a diverse range of natural conscious flooring, each designed for style, performance, and sustainability. Our products feature innovative technologies like Parkay XCC Force for high performance and shock absorption, and select collections include a 1mm IXPE pad for superior sound reduction, arriving ready-made for easy installation.

1. Hardwood Flooring

Crafted from 100% renewable hardwood species like oak, maple, and walnut, our hardwood flooring exudes natural elegance.

• Features: Available in hardened or engineered forms. Engineered hardwood has a hardwood veneer over a stable plywood core. Our Collections combine wood’s natural beauty with subtle grey nuances for a modern, sophisticated aesthetic.

• Benefits: Enhances home value, supports refinishing, and offers timeless appeal.

• Best For: Living rooms, dining areas, and spaces craving classic warmth.

2. Laminate Wood Base Core

Laminate flooring combines affordability with high-resolution wood-look designs, protected by a durable wear layer.

• Features: Scratch-resistant and easy to maintain, using our Parkay XCC Force technology for added strength. Our laminate collections offer a range of styles to match your needs:

• • Origini: Rustic and realistic, mimics real wood with remarkable accuracy.
    

  • Authentic: Natural oak tones with a warm, genuine look.
    

  • Mercury & Mercury XL: Oversized, moisture-resistant planks with a tight-lock system and high durability.
    

  • Endurance: Scratch-resistant and available in 8mm and 14mm options for long-lasting performance.
    

  • WPL Infinity: Real wood look with the durability and value of laminate.
    

• Benefits: Cost-effective, versatile, and quick to install.

• Best For: Rentals, offices, or low-moisture areas.

3. Porcelain Wood Plank

Porcelain wood planks merge ceramic’s durability with wood’s aesthetic, offering unmatched strength and style.

• Features: Waterproof, with realistic wood grain textures. Some collections feature ceramic AC4 durability for superior resistance.

• Benefits: Low maintenance, eco-friendly, and suitable for indoor/outdoor use.

• Best For: Patios, bathrooms, or high-moisture spaces.

Cost-Saving Tips

• Order Samples: Test our flooring in your space to ensure a perfect match, available at our website.

• Shop Local: Use our store locator to find one of 1,000+ dealers, potentially reducing shipping costs.

• Easy Installation: a lot of our products are for click install, minimizing labor expenses.

• Request Our Catalog: Order a FREE hard copy of the new Parkay Floors catalog to explore collections and plan your project.

Factors Influencing Costs

• Material Quality: Premium collections like hardwood or ceramic AC4 may come at a higher price.

• Room Size: Be sure to measure accurately and account for a small percentage of material waste during installation.

   

• Location: Shopping at a nearby store can help lower shipping costs. Use our store locator to find the dealer closest to you.

• Extras: Be sure to include underlayment, transitions, molding, and subfloor preparation in your budget. These may add to the overall cost but help ensure quality and long-term satisfaction.